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Cheaper Alternative to Blue Buffalo Dog Food

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Diamond Naturals Beef Meal and Rice formula is made in the USA and is made based on a holistic approach to dog food that includes using real meat, veggies, chelated vitamins and minerals, and a probiotic blend that aids in digestion. This formula is completely free of artificial colors and flavors, corn, wheat, and soy!

For the scoop on this affordable high quality food check out our in-depth review.

Blue Buffalo Dog Food has a big following of customers for a lot of good reasons. Blue Buffalo contains very high-quality ingredients and a huge variety of flavors and formulations to suit all types of special needs. From small breed formulas to grain-free senior dog food, Blue Buffalo has it covered!

The downside to Blue Buffalo is the cost. For those on a tighter budget, it is often not realistic. If you have a lot of dogs to feed it can be hard too. The good news is that there are some amazing, less expensive alternatives to Blue Buffalo that don’t skimp on quality, safety, or nutrition. Here are some things to look for when researching alternatives yourself and six alternatives Scout has found for you!

What To Look For In A Blue Buffalo Alternative

  • No artificial colors or flavors.
  • No corn, wheat, or soy.
  • Made in the USA.
  • No poultry by-products.
  • Good balance of healthy proteins and fats.
  • Variety of flavors and formulas.
  • 100% money back guarantee.



Diamond Naturals ADULT Real Meat Recipe Natural Dry Dog Food with Real Pasture Raised Beef Protein 40lb

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Whole Earth Farms Grain Free Recipe Dry Dog Food, Pork, Beef & Lamb, 25-Pound

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When we first reviewed Whole Earth Farms dog food, it was surprising to see such high-quality ingredients in this dog food. Your pooch gets a variety of flavors from real meat. The pork, beef, and lamb recipe satisfy picky eaters. While this is about the same price as some of the lower-cost Blue Buffalo formulas, the ingredients compare to the mid to high priced formulas that are grain-free; Whole Earth Farms offer cost savings without sacrificing quality.



Rachael Ray Nutrish Natural Dry Dog Food, Real Beef & Brown Rice Recipe, 40 lb

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Rachel Ray’s Nutrish line of dog foods offers a lot of variety and options for pet parents that want quality dog food at a fair price. This beef and brown rice formula is sure to satisfy and it comes in a value-sized 40 lb bag, so those with multiple dogs or just a big dog are getting a good value. All formulas and flavors contain probiotics and promote a balanced diet of lean proteins and fats.



Taste of the Wild High Prairie Grain Free High Protein Real Meat Recipe Natural Dry Dog Food with Real Roasted Bison & Venison 30lb

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Taste of the Wild is completely grain-free and one of the more popular options in the world of dog food. This is an easy brand to find at pet and farm stores. There is a good variety of flavors and when you add up the savings, you see that Taste of the Wild offers 30 lbs of grain-free nutrition for the same cost of 24 lbs of Blue Buffalo. Switching between Taste of The Wild flavors don’t seem to have a major effect on a dog, so it is a good way to give them a lot of flavor options.

Scout’s Pick



Diamond Naturals ADULT Real Meat Recipe Natural Dry Dog Food with Real Pasture Raised Lamb Protein 40lb

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My dogs are big fans of this formula from the Diamond Naturals line of dog foods. As a pet parent, I like it because it contains no by-products or fillers. Even the meat source is better than a lot of more expensive brands. Lambs and sheep aren’t fed the huge amounts of GMO grains that animals like chicken and pigs are. This means your dog is getting a quality grass-fed meat in their food at an exceptional price. The probiotics in every scoop help my Lab mix that has a sensitive stomach; in terms of value, you really cannot beat this.



SPORTMiX WHOLESOMES, Fish Meal and Rice Formula, 40 Pound Bag

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If you haven’t tried Sportmix Wholesomes then be prepared for how fast your dog gobbles this down. There is no corn, wheat, or soy, and the fish flavor is great for those dogs that you can’t keep out of the cat food. High levels of Omega-3 fatty acids help with skin and coat.

This food comes in a 40 lb bag so it is economical for multiple dog households. Sportmix has another line of more traditional dog foods so make sure to look for the Wholesomes logo on the bag if you want the alternative to Blue Buffalo.

Transitioning To A More Affordable Alternative

Sensitive dogs may need up to two weeks to make a transition from one dog food to another. Dogs that don’t have any major health issues or allergies may be transitioned over 5-7 days. Always ask your vet if any major issues arise during a food change. Just like people, dogs can be sensitive to different things.

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